The University of Akron, Department of Student Recreation and Wellness Services is seeking a dynamic and energetic Manager, Fitness that will be responsible for developing, coordinating, implementing and evaluating the Fitness and Wellness Program within the SRWS Department. Working within the Division of Student Affairs in the beautiful Student Recreation & Wellness Center, the Manager, Fitness & Wellness is responsible for coordinating all aspects of the fintess & wellness program that meets the needs and interests of the UA student population and supports the development of programming for faculty, staff, and community patrons. Specific responsibilities include:
Program Management
Provide leadership and direction for the fitness and wellness program to include developing, promoting and delivering a diverse offering of fitness and wellness programming such as group exercise classes, instructor workshops, fitness programs, campus wellness programs
Coordinate revenue generating programs such as personal training and Pink Gloves Boxing
Coordinate special event programming both internally and with campus partners in Student Life
Develop a training plan for student staff and coordinate ongoing developmental programs to train new instructors
Assist in scheduling of fitness and wellness spaces for departmental programming, campus programming and special event programming
Recommend program policies and procedures related to all functional areas included in fitness and wellness programming
Assess program offerings, to remain current with industry wide trends. Assess viability of online and in-person program offerings
Assist in the development of marketing and promotional materials for all Fitness and Wellness programming to include; digital, print, and in-person initiatives
Assist campus committees that focus on wellness initiatives for students, faculty and staff
Personnel Management
Responsible for recruiting, hiring, training, scheduling, supervising, evaluation and on-going training of: Group Exercise Instructors, Personal Trainers and Wellness Technicians
Assist in recruiting, hiring, training, scheduling, supervising, evaluation and on-going training of: Fitness Floor Attendants
Lead the risk management development of policies relative to fitness and wellness programming and assist with development of SRWS Departmental risk management policies
Create and deliver an inservice training plan to staff so staff are knowledgeable on departmental policy and procedure, program specifics and industry best practices
Conduct ongoing staff evaluations and development
Teach group exercise classes or personal training session in the absence of student staff
Budget Management
Develop budget proposal, yearly, for all Fitness and Wellness program needs
Assist in management of program budget to include; monitor payroll, recommend purchases and monitor revenue generating goals
Provide communication, as necessary, in written or verbal format in the form of monthly/annual reports to provide insight on budgetary information, program information and participation statistics
Responsible for tracking usage of fitness and wellness spaces and programs and communicating program data effectively to help guide decision making for short-term & long-term goals.
Other
Participate on departmental and campus committees as assigned
To Apply
To apply for this position, you must complete the on-line application by accessing The University of Akron Human Resources page and click on the "External Applicants" graphic. Attach a cover letter, resume and a list of three professional references to your profile. Please include contact information, including email address for your professional references.
Applicants should fully describe their qualifications and experience with reference to the minimum qualifications. This is the information on which the initial review of materials will be based. A resume will not be accepted in place of any information requested on the application. For assistance with your application or attachments, please email Sena Jodoin in UA Human Resources at sjodoin@uakron.edu.
Requirements
Requires a relevant Bachelor's Degree; a minimum of one (1) year experience in fitness and wellness programming. CPR and First Aid certified or ability to obtain within first 3-months of employment; Nationally recognized certification in Personal Training and Group Exercise (ie; ACSM, NSCA, NETA, AFAA, ACE, ISSA) or ability to obtain within 6-months of hire. Supervisory and staff/student development experience required. Computer skills to include Microsoft Office suite of products, ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, manage time efficiently, prioritize tasks, strong oral and written communication skills, ability to work a non-traditional work week including nights and weekends, and ability to demonstrate a commitment to cultural competence and to work in a multicultural environment.
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About The University Of Akron
The University of Akron is a state university located in an urban metropolitan area. Akron has 18,000 undergraduate, graduate and professional students. Student Recreation and Wellness Services has received many accolades including the NIRSA Outstanding Facility Award and Fitness Management NOVA 7 awards in facilities and technology. Built in 2004 the recreation center includes a 53' indoor rock climbing wall and 12’ free standing Bouldering wall, outdoor adventure trips and seminars, outdoor adventure equipment rental, 50 meter x 25 yard competition pool, a leisure pool and spa, five multi-purpose sport courts, 15,000 sq. ft. of strength and cardio equipment, two aerobics studios, jogging track, racquetball courts and more. Student Recreation and Wellness Services offers a comprehensive recreation program that includes Fitness and Wellness, Aquatics, Outdoor Adventure, Intramural Sports, Club Sports, and Informal Recreation. The University of Akron is committed to a policy of Equal Employment Opportunity and to the principles of affirmative action in accordance with state and federal laws. Equal Employment Opportunity The University of Akron is an equal education and employme...nt institution. It is the policy of this institution that there shall be no unlawful discrimination against any individual in employment or in its programs or activities at The University of Akron because of race, color, religion, sex, age, national or ethnic origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, genetic information, military status or status as a veteran. The University is also committed to the principles of affirmative action and acts in accordance with state and federal laws.